🫁 BODE Index (COPD Prognosis)
Estimate COPD prognosis with the multidimensional BODE index.
BODE Index (COPD Prognosis)
BMI
FEV₁ (% predicted)
mMRC dyspnoea
6-minute walk distance
When to use
Prognosis and management discussions in COPD.
How it works
Points for BMI, airflow Obstruction (FEV₁% predicted), Dyspnoea (mMRC) and Exercise (6-minute walk). Total 0–10; higher predicts worse survival.
Key points
- Predicts mortality better than FEV₁ alone.
- Can inform rehabilitation and transplant referral.
- Reassess after interventions.
References
Decision support for licensed clinicians only; not a substitute for clinical judgement, diagnosis or local protocols.